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Europe
Black-tailed Godwit
Limosa limosa
About this species
Native to Europe, the Black-tailed Godwit thrives in wetland habitats and belongs to the Scolopacidae family. It is recognised by its distinctive plumage and call.
The Black-tailed Godwit is part of the order Charadriiformes and the Scolopacidae family. Its preferred habitat is wetland, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Near Threatened, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Europe.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Scolopacidae family and Charadriiformes order.